calipash noun. ['kalɪpaʃ] L17.
[Perh. W. Indian or alt. of Spanish carapacho CARAPACE.]
Orig. the upper shell or carapace of the turtle. Now, that part next to this, containing a dull green gelatinous substance; also, this substance, which is regarded as a delicacy. Cf. CALIPEE.

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